Breeding Places to Eliminate Pests and Mosquitoes
The article advises eliminating breeding sites to reduce mosquitoes. It warns against stagnant water in barrels and cans and suggests draining or covering pools. It notes campsites face mosquito problems and recommends surface film with kerosene and protective measures. It mentions various repellents and powders and cites foresters using a powder effectively in tents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mosquto
Mosquitt
Cassia
Mmission of Conservation
Wurveys
Why Restaurants Should Use Fly Paper In Dining Areas
The piece urges restaurant managers and clerks to adopt unobtrusive fly paper to quietly control flies in dining rooms. It argues that visible swatting harms diner's enjoyment and signals poor housekeeping, calling for screens and effective fly control to keep patrons comfortable while eating.
Summer heat danger to infants and Baby's Own Tablets
Summer heat endangers infant life with diarrhea cholera infantum dysentery and colic. Prompt aid is vital and Baby's Own Tablets are promoted to regulate bowels and stomachs. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Littlenes
Dr. Williams’ Medicine’ Co
Brockville
Ont
Crown Council Meeting in Berlin Rumored Move Toward Universal Suffrage
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Amsterdam says Kaiser Wilhelm held a crown council in Berlin lasting about three hours the longest since 1914. Officials mingle with military and naval cabinets while observers expect a Prussia franchise bill for universal direct suffrage and secret ballots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown Council
Emror William
William
Empire
M Aten
Prussia
Woman recovers after two years with Pinkham's remedy
Mrs Jos O'Bryan of 2755 Newport Ave Chicago says a two year female illness left her unable to walk or work. After trying Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she reports almost immediate relief and regained strength weighing 165 pounds. She endorses the product as worth the money.
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Chicago
Ill
Lydia E. Pinkham
Leb. Pinkham
Mra
Jos
Cost of Preserving Greatly Exaggerated in Wartime Canada
The article argues that despite higher sugar prices, home canning remains economical and patriotic. It cites sugar costs rising from 5 to 8.5 cents per pound and notes prewar averages around 5.5 cents. A quart of preserves uses about a half pound sugar, making the cost rise minimal. It urges Canadian women to preserve to support food supplies for troops and Belgian children, framing preserving as economical and national duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
France
Belgium
Notary Public Swears to Firm of Cheney in 1886
State of Ohio Toledo Ohio December 6 1886 Cheney sworn and subscribed before Notary Public W Gleason. Frank J Cheney declares the firm will pay the sum of dollars for Ca tareb that cannot be cured by War Alls Catarrh Cure. J Cheney & Co Toledo O advertise Hall's Family Pills for constipation and catarrh cure with testimonials.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Cheney
F. T Cheney
Toledos County
Catarra
Frank J. Cheney
W. Gleason
Mall
German Aviator Breaks Under Fear of Capture
Front reports show German flyers terrified of being captured by French or American forces. A daring Lafayette Escadrille allied attack wounded an enemy pilot, who panicked, overflew and landed behind French lines rather than risk capture. The prisoner confessed during questioning by his captors.
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Lafayette Escadrille
Gailer
Escadrille
Canada’s Trade Rises in First Two FY Months
Canada reports total trade of 408.6 million for April and May, up from 269.5 million year ago. Imports reached 194.4 million and exports 214.2 million. May imports stood at 107.6 million, up about 40 million. exports rose across classes with large gains in agriculture and a major uptick in another key sector. May revenue climbs by four billion.
Wise Girl Reminds Lover of Missing Kiss
A playful exchange ends with the lover kissing to remember the moment. The dialogue contrasts longing and fantasy as the wise girl comments on the value of the missed kiss. The mood is light and reflective.
Brazil Joins US Against Germany in Naval Effort
Brazil aligns with the United States in naval actions against Germany without a formal declaration of war. Rio de Janeiro may view its move as defensive, while Brazil’s seizure of German ships increases its merchant fleet by over 159 000 tons. The large South American navy under Admiral Caperton aids in keeping the South Atlantic clear, with a plan in place to safeguard ships carrying food to Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazil
Rae Noel
United States
Germany
Rio de Janeiro
Zonartadi
Caperton
South Atlantic
Europe
Dr Thomas Electric Oil touted as fast healing salve
An advertisement claims Dr Thomas Electric Oil heals stubborn sores quickly by stopping sloughing drawing out pus and preparing new flesh. It is presented as a recognized healer among oils with many confirming it healed where other oils failed.
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Thomas
Three Mammoth Improvements In Britain Interest Press
A London newspaper outlines three vast projects: a tunnel to France under the Channel, a tunnel linking England and Ireland, and a Forth and Clyde canal. The plan envisions a model village for 5 000 residents near the London end, temporary seafront buildings, baths, lockers, a hospital, and integrated telephone links with military oversight. The venture, though costly, is described as ready for swift initiation pending political approval and capital.
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Great Britain
France
English Channel
England
Ireland
Forth
Clyde
London
Poecgh
Sangatte
Wissant
Channel Tunnel Company
Northern
London End
Reichstag Opens With War Resolves Despite Plea for Peace
President delivers address as German Reichstag meets amid ongoing war. He denounces the enemies aims as disrupting Germany and its allies and asserts a united duty to resist with all power, regardless of cost, while arguing for a magnanimous peace if foes chose it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reichstag
Germany
William
Bentleys Move Sparks Notice in Local Suburb
The Bentleys announce a relocation after a year in the neighborhood prompting questions from residents. City officials caution residents to anticipate changes as new housing and community plans take shape.
Munich paper warns against parliamentary regime in Germmany
Bayerische Staats Zeitung of Munich protests efforts toward a parliamentary regime. It calls the measure impossible and dangerous to the empire and urges utmost energy to resist, while urging closer collaboration between authorities to protect the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayerische Staats Zeitung
Munich
Germmany
Ae Pace Aoet
Big Trade Increase Report From Ottawa in 1917
American Consul General John G. Foster reports Canada’s trade for the first two months of the 1917 fiscal year shows a strong rise from 1916. Imports for consumption total $194,404,188 and domestic exports reach $214,202,685, while total trade sums to $408,606,873. Duty collected is $30,858,308, up from $22,887,138.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
John G. Foster
Ottawa
Dominion of Canada
Appleford Counter Check Book Company catalog request
A promotional notice from Appleford Counter Check Book Company Limited offering counter check and sales books, waxed papers, and parchment products. It highlights high material costs, a modern Canadian plant, large paper mill connections, and worldwide customer reach with samples and prices available. Offices listed in Toronto Montreal Winnipeg Vancouver.
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O.K
Canada
Appleford Counter Check Book Company, Ltd
Hamilton
Toronto
Montreal
Winnipeg
Vancouver
Bread Card Heist Resumes in Berlin After Quiet Period
Reports from London describe renewed bread card theft activity in Berlin. A raid uncovered 18 000 weekly cards feeding more than twenty tons of flour, suggesting a large hidden supply chain behind the thefts.
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Berlin
London
Biggin Emphasizes Golf Over Business Networking
The Washington Star quotes Biggin as preferring golf to building business connections, noting he spends most of his time on the course and has little opportunity to cultivate valuable acquaintances by remaining in the office.
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Biggin
Washington Star
Japan's Shipping For American Steel
The Japanese government plans an exchange with the United States to obtain steel in return for ships. The deal would speed steel shipments to Japanese shipyards and Japan would dispatch about 50,000 tons of slips to transport U S troops and materiel to Europe.
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United States
Japan
Europe
Gen. Goethals
Shipping Board
Mediterranean
Atlantic War
Holloway's Corn Cure Promises Root Removal
A brief note advertising Holloway's Corn Cure claims immediate relief by pulling corn roots. The pitch urges readers to try the remedy and prove its effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holloway
Proper use of the Canadian flag urged by officials
Officials warn the public against using the Red Ensign on land and urge intelligent flag study. The Red Ensign with and without the Dominion Arms is for sea use only, not to be flown on land, and many dealers mix up these distinctions.
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Canada
Dominion
British Merchant Marine
Railways Slash Passenger Trains in War Effort
U S railways cut passenger train movements sharply to free crews for war work and boost freight capacity. The Pennsylvania Railroad eliminated 102 trains and Boston and Maine 255 trains, far surpassing reductions in Canada, saving millions of train miles weekly and speeding freight to aid wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Pennsylvania Railroad
Canadian Railways
Boston
Maine
The Pill That Brings Relief for Dyspepsia
After meals, some suffer fullness and stomach pain from dyspepsia. Parmelee’s Vegetable Pills are promoted as the best remedy to relieve these symptoms, with many users attestations to their efficacy and a claim of special composition for digestive relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parmelee
Food scarcity in central Europe falls short of feared
Special correspondent reports from Germany and Austria small wartime shortages remain, but vegetables are plentiful for troops on the Isonzo front and in Vienna crowds seek milk and meat. Despite ration anxieties, residents doubt peace is near and fear sugar, soap, and bread limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Austria
Trieste
Vienna
Minard's Liniment Cures Diphtheria Promos Regulated
The Canadian Associated Press reports new rules govern how officers in Canadian overseas forces are promoted. Selection will be based on efficiency with seniority and service length considered. Special orders cover Canadian draining to England for overseas despatch with vessels in good condition and seaworthy.
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Canadian Associated Press
England
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Jmither
S Royale
New York Sun
J. Cheney
Ane
All Hall
Channel
Minarch
Redpath
Canada Sugar Refining Co., Limited
U. S
Aviation Corps
Eben
Ezra
Minard
Beecham
Beas
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